Social Worker at Mennonite Centre for Newcomers

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Social Worker   
5 l# X8 k2 K; |5 |" zEdmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)

Responsibilities
 Complete comprehensive intake and needs assessment process and develop referral and case plans to support newcomers in fully settling and participating in the community  
1 z1 |" f  P3 ]& a( @: P Continue to follow-up with newcomers, EMCN staff and other service providers to ensure newcomers’ needs are met     
' R2 s+ r/ ]( i6 D, y Provide holistic counselling to individuals and families, including hands-on support with accessing resources and resolving difficult issues
 Advocate on newcomers’ behalf to programs, institutions and service providers
 Research and maintain current information about programs and resources available in the community
 Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with staff of programs and services in the city and ensure EMCN clients access the most appropriate solutions to meet their needs
 Work as a team with EMCN staff to ensure holistic supports are provided to newcomers.

% x+ ?6 g* F7 h4 N# {Qualifications
 Social work degree or diploma
 Current RSW designation preferred   
 Demonstrated experience with holistic case management and supportive counselling
9 n& O+ T: O& j5 ? Knowledge of and experience in accessing a wide range of programs, services and supports available in the City  
 Ability to effectively listen, assess needs and guide people in a supportive manner
  w" S5 z% F' h+ R Sensitivity to cross-cultural issues
 Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
' ]$ H3 i. b6 c# T Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
 Ability to perform variety of diverse tasks under time pressure.


% p  {8 r, Z' n5 KEMCN is a community agency that provides a wide range of services to immigrants and refugees. Further information is available at www.emcn.ab.ca.  Salary for the position begins at $34 879. A cost-shared benefits plan, including RRSP, is available.
Please submit letter of application and resume to Maria Jagiello at #101, 10010-107A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4H8 or 424-7736 (fax). The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.

) }. V8 _" X5 o5 C3 K% d' f  A2 CWe thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.